A Category 1 hurricane has winds of 74-95 mph versus a Category 5 hurricane, which has winds of 130-156 mph.

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A hurricane is formed in lower temperatures.

A hurricane creates lower air pressure.

A hurricane has faster winds.

A hurricane is composed of several tropical storms.

Correct!

Wrong!

A hurricane has faster winds.

A tropical storm is upgraded to a Category 1 hurricane when its winds reach at least 74 mph.

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Snow

Sleet

Hail

Freezing Rain

Correct!

Wrong!

Sleet

Hail and snow form in the clouds, while freezing rain freezes when it makes contact with the ground.

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